Caotun Population 2026
Caotun has a population of 96,838, making it the #29 biggest city in 🇹🇼 Taiwan, located in Taiwan. Roughly 0.4% of Taiwan's population lives here. It is about 81× smaller than Taipei, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
96,838
Rank in Taiwan
#29
Coordinates
23.98°N, 120.69°E
~107 m elevation · Asia/Taipei
Distance to capital (Taipei)
147 km
91 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Taiwan
Cities near Caotun
FAQ
What is the population of Caotun?
Caotun has a population of 96,838 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #29 biggest city in Taiwan.
What region is Caotun in?
Caotun is located in Taiwan, Taiwan.
Is Caotun the capital of Taiwan?
No, the capital of Taiwan is Taipei, about 147 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.